The average train between Chelmsford and Acle takes 2h 44m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Chelmsford to Acle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Chelmsford and Acle. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Acle at 6:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Acle. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford station and arriving at Acle station via Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.
Chelmsford to Acle train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.
Chelmsford to Acle train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Norwich station.
Book your Chelmsford to Acle train tickets online with Greater Anglia.
The distance between Chelmsford and Acle is 124.5 km. The road distance is 153 km.
Greater Anglia operates a train from Chelmsford to Norwich every 2 hours. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 1h 19m.